Podcast appearances and mentions of james hardie

The Aussie share market rebounded on Tuesday, rising 0.7% after breaking a nine-month winning streak, with 10 of 11 sectors posting gains. The Reserve Bank of Australia delivered its second rate cut of 2025, lowering interest rates by 25 basis points to 3.85% — the lowest level since May 2023. Looking ahead, earnings from James Hardie, New Farm, Webjet, and Seek are in focus, with international eyes on Canada’s inflation data and Home Depot results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Whelan (BPC Wealth) and Heath Moss (HLM Investments) are back with another packed episode of The Big Show, diving deep into the big themes shaping markets right now. Joining them this week:

The guys discuss why buying the dip isn't always the best investment strategy, how the ASX blundered the James Hardie merger, the economics of the world's largest music festival, is empathy the most important characteristic that investors should look for, the rise and rise of frozen yoghurt giant YoChi, Adore's retail stores struggle against the might of Mecca and Victoria's latest policy embarrassment.00:00 - Intro13:00 - Free Campsites in Vic?17:00 - Adam's Printer Nightmare27.25 - Adore Beauty32:25 - Would you pay extra to fly without kids?35:07 - Airport Parking39:20 - Yo-Chi46:08 - Anzac Day Trading57:37 - Lego Stores in Australia59:45 - Should you buy the dip?1:20:25 - James Hardie1:28:55 - Coachella + BNPL1:37:59 - Founder EmpathyThis week's sponsors:Netwealth: ⁠www.netwealth.com.au⁠Telstra: ⁠www.telstra.com.au/tbtc⁠Vanta: ⁠www.vanta.com/contrarians⁠Thanks for listening!Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-contrarians-with-adam-and-adir-podcastSubscribe on YouTube for all our video content: https://https://www.youtube.com/@ContrariansPodcastFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/contrarianspodFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@contrarianspod

Tuesday 29 April 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Australia’s AAA rating threat James Hardie backflips on shareholder vote Trade war hits ASX companies TikTok’s pistachio nut craze Trump’s meme coin surges Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - do you really need a self-managed super fund? Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Chalmers has stepped in with the ASX over a decision to let James Hardie shift its primary listing to the NYSE MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.60%, 7,968 GOLD: $3,351 US/oz BITCOIN: $144,769 AUD James Hardie’s shares rose by more than 2% to $36.38 BHP rose 0.9% to $38.06 and Fortescue rose more than 1% to $15.52. PWR Holdings recovered from earlier losses after announcing its CEO is taking temporary medical leave shares rose by more than 5% to $1.51% Woodside closed down 2% to $20.01, Santos down more than 1% to $5.88 Generation Development Group shares fell more than 14% to $4.13 Technology One falling 1.7% to $28.05 CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 63.8 US cents AUD/GBP: 48.0 pence AUD/EUR: 56 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 90 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.06 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 18 April 2025 The labour market bounces, but not enough to stop a rate cut in May. And more, including: Gold hits another record 21 big investors demand a say on James Hardie’s shift to Wall Street We explore the true stories of Easter Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - what to do when you’re spending $500 a week more than you earn. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 18 April 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. Jobs pick up, but rates cuts still on agenda Gold hits another record Transurban’s toll road win James Hardie battle Easter truths Join our free daily newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - what to do when you’re spending $500 a week more than you earn. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All the best calls from the shows this week. Jim answers questions about fence stain, Coolwall paint, squirrels eating wires, mold in AC vents, James Hardie siding, water pressure regulators, hot water options, mini-split AC system for a building and more.

China will not back down from US threats of further tariffs, with the trade war threatening to escalate further. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: up 2.27%, 7,510 GOLD: $3,022 US/oz BITCOIN: $130,534 AUD Cochlear told the market it would continue to maintain its duty-free status despite US tariffs, helping it to rise 1.2% to $256.36. Guzman y Gomez showed a gain in sales growth and across its US network, with shares up a tasty 3.7% to $31.10 Wisetech up over 5%, Xero 4.3% higher and Life360 up almost 8%. Fortescue up 3.5%, Wesfarmers rising 3% and CSL gaining 1.6%. Domain Holdings the worst of the Top 200 sliding 5.1% to $3.91. While Transurban was down 0.3% and James Hardie dropped 2.5%. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 60.6 US cents AUD/GBP: 47.5 pence AUD/EUR: 55 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 89 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.08 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were live in Boca Raton, FL for the James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational and were joined by NFL legends and some of the top players on the PGA TOUR Champions. Among them were Thurman Thomas, Terrell Davis, Dan Fouts, Billy Andrade, John Daly, Ronde Barber and Darren Clarke. We also revealed the team picks for the Valero Texas Open, updated Club 5 rankings and unveiled our latest dogs of the week.

With tariffs expected on Australian agricultural products, could companies like AACo or Graincorp suffer on the market? MARKET WRAP: ASX200: up 1.04% to 7,925 GOLD: $3,160 US/oz BITCOIN: $133,689 AUD Every sector finished in the green, with Real Estate up by more than 2%. Homebuilder AV Jennings rose by 8.3% to 65 cents after it accepted a $365 million takeover bid from an American real estate company. Goodman gained 2.7%, Stockland rose 2.2% and Charter Hall lifted 3.7% Southern Cross Electrical Engineering sold for $53.5 million, up 9.6%. BHP gained 1.8%, Woodside rose 1.7% and QBE lifted 1.9%. Paladin Energy dropped another 5.7% to $4.82 and is now down more than 26% over the last week Tower fell by 10.4% after Bain Capital sold more than 68 million shares it held in the insurer. Sigma healthcare was more than 1% lower, with James Hardie also falling back by 3.9%. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 62.46 US cents AUD/GBP: 48.4 pence AUD/EUR: 57 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 93 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.10 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss the the International Mass Timber Conference, and significant market news including the merger of James Hardie and AZEK. We also delve into changes in CLT production in Sweden and Kodiak's new expansion, providing insights into the timber industry and market trends.

The US has brought in tariffs on automotives, which will affect some Australian parts makers, but is it a sign to come? MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.38%, 7,969 GOLD: $3,069 US/oz BITCOIN: $138,608 AUD REITs and Tech stocks were hurt the most, with both sectors down more than 2%. Healius shares rose 10.7% to $1.45 after saying it intends to pay a special dividend worth $300 million to shareholders. Brent now approaching $74 US a barrel – that helped local energy companies. Woodside lifted 1.5%, Ampol 1.7% and Santos 0.6%. Climbing more than 1% were James Hardie, Evolution Mining and Amcor. A final offer of $2.8 billion for Domain Holdings didn’t have the same effect, with shares down 4.9% to $4.25. Bapcor lost 2.5%, ARB fell 2% and Eagers was down 2.7% Wisetech down 2%, NextDC falling 6.5% and Life360 down 3.1%. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 63.08 US cents AUD/GBP: 48.9 pence AUD/EUR: 58 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 94 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.10 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Labor government dropped their 2025 budget last night…with some big investments and even bigger deficits… if they get re-elected 23andMe, the genetic testing company, has filed for bankruptcy in the US as it tries to sell its assets.. Including its highly confidential customer gene data James Hardie, the ASX-listed global building materials company, has seen its share price plummet after its $14 billion acquisition of a rival _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStorel Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A flat start to the week for Aussie stocks, with investors keeping a close eye on inflation data and a wave of dividend payouts ahead. The ASX 200 is struggling to break past the 8,000-point barrier, despite last week's 1.8% gain—its best of the year. Financials are holding the market up, while tech and consumer staples are among the worst performers. . Investors are also watching James Hardie’s $14 billion takeover deal and upcoming US inflation data, which could impact expectations for interest rate cuts. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US markets rose overnight, buoyed by hopes of softer tariff measures. Tesla rebounded 10%, marking its strongest rally since the post-election surge, while Chinese rival BYD surpassed Tesla in revenue. In contrast, Azek slumped following its deal with James Hardie. Bond yields climbed on reports suggesting narrower tariffs from the Trump administration. Across the Atlantic, European markets ended flat as investor caution prevailed. In commodities, oil climbed 1% as Trump’s proposed tariffs that buy Venezuelan oil and gas, gold slipped on a stronger US dollar and iron ore prices rose on the back of solid Chinese demand. Looking ahead, Australia’s pre-election budget could temper expectations for further RBA rate cuts and Aussie shares are expected to open higher on Tuesday, ahead of the federal budget. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Hardie tanked on the markets, with questions asked about whether or not its deal to acquire AZEK has come at the right time, and for the right price.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Hardie’s $14 billion deal wasn’t welcomed by the market, so was it done at the right time and for the right price? MARKET WRAP: ASX200: up 0.07%, 7,936 GOLD: $3,026 US/oz BITCOIN: $138,260 AUD Staples were down 1.7% Discretionary finished up 1.1%, with Wesfarmers, Aristocrat and Harvey Norman higher. The Lottery Corporation announced its CEO will step down at the end of the financial year, but shares managed to stay up 0.2%. NAB 2.2% higher, Westpac up 1.4%, Commbank 1.4% to the good, and ANZ up 0.8%. Going backwards by 26% was Helia which told the market its contract with Commonwealth Bank could expire by the end of the year. New Zealand-based Synlait Milk dropped 12%, despite posting a half-year net profit of NZ$4.8 million. Woolworths shedding 1.7% and Coles losing 2.1% CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 62.89 US cents AUD/GBP: 48.6 pence AUD/EUR: 58 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 94 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.09 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nation gears up for a pre-election Budget; James Hardie loses ground over a $14 billion deal; the ACCC inquiry misses out on examining land banking strongly; Boston Celtics sell for $6.1b; would you buy a place without even looking at it first?; designer Woolies bags hit Ebay; Boston Celtics sold for $6.1 billion; and Adam Dawes joins us for the Market Wrap. Host: Deborah Knight Executive Producer: Tom Storey Technical Producer: Liam Achurch Publisher: Nine RadioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Hardie is set to merge with US giant AZEK, in a move that will see the new company’s primary listing on Wall Street, and a secondary listing on the ASX. There are other examples too, like Newcrest mining, bought by US-based Newmont. Plus more and more Australian investors are buying US shares, and we're seeing fewer big listings on the ASX. So is the local bourse in trouble?Roger Montgomery, founder and Chief Investment Officer at Montgomery Investment Management, talks to Sean Aylmer about the outlook for the ASX compared to Wall Street, and what it all means for Australian investors.This podcast contains general information only and you should seek professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 25 March 2025 James Hardie bids $14 billion for a US building products company, and its share price gets hammered. And more, including: Tonight’s federal budget set to hand out billions of dollars for cost-of-living relief, health and housing. And Disney’s controversial version of Snow White hits the big screen. Plus the phoney election campaign accelerates and plenty of corporate news. Join our free newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - using the Bank of Mum & Dad to set up your kids. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 25 March 2025 The top five business stories in five minutes, with Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson. James Hardie bids $14b bid for US company Billions in budget handouts tonight Unofficial election campaign heats up MP in hot water over sign act Disney’s Snow White madness Join our free newsletter here! And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - using the Bank of Mum & Dad to set up your kids. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The market responded well to comments from US Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who doesn’t seem worried about tariff inflation. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: up 1.16%, 7,918 GOLD: $3,051 US/oz BITCOIN: $135,930 AUD Cleanaway Waste Management turned trash into treasure with a $377 million deal to acquire toxic chemical handler Contract Resources. Shares rose 2% to $2.60 on the news. TPG Telecom gained approval to sell its fibre networks for $5.25 billion from the regulator, helping its shares 5.9% higher to $4.82. Brickworks gained 1.1% despite a 6% decline in total revenue in its half-year results. Wisetech up 2.5%, Technology One up 3%, and Xero gaining 2%. Myer dropping another 5.3% after its half-year reports yesterday. Iron ore futures prices dipped below $100 US a tonne, sending BHP down 1.1%, Fortescue down 3.3% and Rio Tinto down 1%. James Hardie fell 4.8% and Seek lost 0.9%. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 63.17 US cents AUD/GBP: 48.7 pence AUD/EUR: 58 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 93 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.09 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earnings season continues, with Commonwealth Bank, AGL, Suncorp and Evolution Mining all in the spotlight today. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: up 0.61%, 8,535 GOLD: $2,919 US/oz BITCOIN: $152,578 AUD CBA up another 2.4% to a new high of $165.98. Strong first half earnings of $287 million helped ComputerShare to lift 15.5% to $41.53. Suncorp shares up 1.3% to $20.62. AGL just managed to finish in the green as it bore the brunt of increased coal costs. While higher gold prices contributed to record earnings for Evolution Mining, with shares up 1.1% to $6.29. The tech sector finished down, with losses of 1.6% for Xero, Technology One sinking 1.8%, and NextDC dropping 2.4%. Down by more than 1% were Pro Medicus, James Hardie and Northern Star Resources. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 62.91 US cents AUD/GBP: 50.5 pence AUD/EUR: 60 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 96 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.11 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Hardie may be known to many for its history involving asbestos products - but it has become a very modern global operator in building supplies.Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Research at Intelligent Investor, explains to Sean why he sees James Hardie as a disruptor in the US building industry.This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All information is general in nature - you should seek independent professional advice before making investment decisions.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Hardie may be known to many for its history involving asbestos products - but it has become a very modern global operator in building supplies.Gaurav Sodhi, Deputy Head of Research at Intelligent Investor, explains to Sean why he sees James Hardie as a disruptor in the US building industry.This is Fear & Greed's summer investing series. All information is general in nature - you should seek independent professional advice before making investment decisions.Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall St closed sharply lower on Wednesday as investors responded to disappointing rate outlook out of the Fed's last FOMC meeting for the year. The Dow Jones posted its 10th straight losing session with a decline of 2.58%, while the S&P500 tumbled 2.95% and the Nasdaq tanked 3.56%. The Fed lowered the US cash rate to 4.25%-4.5% as expected at the final Fed rate meeting of the year but investors were more focused on the commentary out of the Fed that it will only cut rates twice in 2025, which is half the number of cuts previously forecast out of the US central bank.Over in Europe on Wednesday, market closed slightly higher as investors responded to UK inflation data and awaited the Fed's rate decision in the US. The STOXX 600 rose 0.16%, Germany's DAX closed flat, the French CAC rose 0.26%, and, in the UK, the FTSE100 ended the day up 0.26%. UK inflation data showed inflation in the region rose to 2.6% in November which was in line with economists' expectations.Across the Asia region overnight, markets closed mixed on Wednesday ahead of Japan's Central Bank interest rate decision later this week. Japan's Nikkei fell 0.72%, South Korea's Kospi Index rose 1.12%, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng rose 0.95%.The local market closed virtually flat on Wednesday with a 0.06% close in the red as a sell off in consumer discretionary and financial stocks weighed on gains from industrials and healthcare stocks. The flat reading on Wednesday was due to investors sitting on the sidelines awaiting the Fed's final rate decision for 2024 due out over the coming days.Vulcan Energy's shares rose 1.9% after securing a €879 million ($1.4 billion) loan commitment for its €2.2 billion Phase One Lionheart Project in Germany. The financing, involving Export Finance Australia and seven commercial banks, will support the development of Vulcan's geothermal lithium project.What to watch today:Ahead of Thursday's trading session on the key index the SPI futures are expecting the ASX will open the day down 1.61%, tracking Wall Street's tumble overnight.On the commodities front this morning oil is down 0.34% at US$70.05/barrel, gold is down 2.22% at US$2588/ounce, and iron ore is up 0.16% at US$105.58/tonne.The Aussie dollar has weakened against most currencies overnight to buy US$0.62, 96.31 Japanese Yen, 49.69 British Pence and NZ$1.10.Trading Ideas:Bell Potter has initiated coverage of James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) with a buy rating and 12-month price target of $64. The analyst sees James Hardie has significant growth potential in the North American market where it currently has a strong market leadership position. The analyst sees JHX is one of the most defensive and high-quality companies leveraged to the US housing market.Trading Central has identified a bullish signal on Humm Group (ASX:HUM) following the formation of a pattern over a period of 17-days which is roughly the same amount of time the share price may rise from the close of $0.69 to the range of $0.88 to $0.92 according to standard principles of technical analysis.

Bitcoin has passed another major milestone, but will it ever be able to compete with more traditional asset classes? MARKET WRAP: ASX200: up 0.15%, 8,474 GOLD: $2,672 US/oz BITCOIN: $158,915 AUD Tech stocks rising by 1.1% Block rising 5.6%, Technology One up 2.8%, and Wisetech Global gaining 1.9% Shares in gold miner Perseus lifted 6.5% to $2.80 after good news out of one of its projects in Tanzania.  Auckland Airport emerged from a trading halt, up 3.3% to $7.50 after the Auckland Council decided to sell a near-10% stake in the NZ terminal. Biotech company Mesoblast suffered a fall of 5.1% to $1.67 despite the company's Revascor drug getting designation by the US Food and Drug Administration. Goodman Group dropped 2.1%, Stockland lost 1% and Charter Hall fell by 1.6% James Hardie, down 2.4%, while Amcor fell 1.9%   CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 64.44 US cents AUD/GBP: 50.6 pence AUD/EUR: 61 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 96 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.09 NZ dollars  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore James Hardie's stock potential as a leading stock in the US housing market. Learn how lower interest rates, housing shortages, and a strategic buyback position this global leader for growth.

A deal between Amcor and US group Berry group will see the Aussie packaging giant have 400 factories in its operations. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.57%, 8,326 GOLD: $2,628 US/oz BITCOIN: $142,306 AUD Utility and Health Care stocks just escaped the losses, with CSL up 1.1% and Pro Medicus rising 1%. Northern Star and Evolution mining both up 1% Small gains for Commonwealth Bank, Infratil and Origin Energy. Amcor's merger announcement saw down 1.2% to $15.51. Energy stocks were down around 1%, with Woodside & Santos both falling around 0.7%. Nick Scali told the market that freight problems had hurt its guidance, shares fell 1.7% to $13.84. Telstra was down 2.3% and James Hardie fell 2%. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 65.23 US cents AUD/GBP: 51.4 pence AUD/EUR: 61 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 101 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.10 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lack of IPO action has been a mark of the ASX this year, but DigiCo is expected to list before Santa appears down our chimneys. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.75%, 8,193 GOLD: $2,612 US/oz BITCOIN: $134,135 AUD Financial stocks were down 1.1% Commonwealth Bank gave its first quarter update, with the bank down 0.4% to $149.62 after posting net profit of $2.5 billion in the first quarter. A 23% fall in net profit for building materials company James Hardie didn't put off investors - shares were up 6.2% to $53.35 Aristocrat Leisure increased its profits by 17%, helping shares to gain 2.6% on the day to $66.62 Gains of more than 1% for Flight Centre, Yancoal, and Ampol. Mineral Resources shares down 7.2% to $34.95 NUIX plunged more than 22% to $5.90 after the CEO told the market growth would be weighted towards the back half of the year. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 65.26 US cents AUD/GBP: 51.2 pence AUD/EUR: 61 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 101 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.10 NZ dollars  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we explore the critical issue of dust diseases in Australia, focusing on silica-related conditions in high-risk industries. Legal expert Jonathan Walsh shares insights on how many workplaces still overlook dust exposure as a significant risk, leading to rising cases of diseases like silicosis. He emphasizes the need for better education, stricter regulations, and a shift in responsibility towards employers for workplace safety. Join us for an engaging discussion on how we can protect the health and safety of workers facing these challenges. About our guest: Jonathan Walsh is a Principal Lawyer and Practice Group Leader for the QLD, NT, and NSW Dust Diseases teams at Maurice Blackburn, based in Brisbane. An Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury (Dust Diseases) by the Law Society of NSW, Jonathan graduated from Macquarie University with a Bachelor of Media and a Bachelor of Laws. He joined Maurice Blackburn in 2003, was admitted to practice in 2005, and took a hiatus from 2007 to 2011 to work in a major commercial law firm and as in-house counsel for a financial institution before returning to the firm. Known for his hard work and technical expertise, Jonathan is dedicated to achieving justice for clients affected by corporate and governmental negligence. He emphasizes the importance of support beyond compensation, frequently visiting clients in their homes or hospitals and collaborating with support groups to ensure comprehensive care and guidance. Follow Our Guest: Website: https://www.mauriceblackburn.com.au/ Linkedin: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jonathanfwalsh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.walsh.908/ Follow Us On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestevehodgson/ https://www.instagram.com/sharewithsteve/ Episode Highlights: 01:14 - Current State of Silica-Related Diseases 03:50 - Reflection on the James Hardie case 05:53 - Ongoing Challenges in Dust Disease Management 08:21 - Future Aspirations for Dust Disease Management 10:19 - Employer Accountability and Worker Safety 11:44 - Regulatory Resources and Compliance

The US election is not far away, so how would a presidency of Donald Trump or Kamala Harris affect the financial markets? MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 1.66% to 8,205 GOLD: $2,747 US/oz BITCOIN: $100,816 AUD REITs fell, with Lendlease down 2.6% to $6.74, Charter Hall dropped 3.5% to $15.68, and Stockland Group sank 2.4% to $5.24. Mirvac on its update managed to sneak past, shares flat at $2.19. The banks took a hit, with Commbank down 2.2%, NAB losing 2.1%, Westpac 1.8% lower and ANZ off by 0.8%  Viva Energy dropped 6.7% on an outlook of softer retail conditions. Metcash fell 6.2%, James Hardie dropped 4.7%, and Mineral Resources down 4.3% A lift in output for mining company Stanmore Resources helped its shares up 3.4%. Escaping losses were Coles, up 0.3%, Graincorp, up 0.8%, and Pilbara Minerals, up 0.7%. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 66.85 US cents AUD/GBP: 51.4 pence AUD/EUR: 61 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 100 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.10 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With real estate listings at the best point since 2015, is this the higher interest rates finally coming home to roost? MARKET WRAP: ASX200: up 0.13%, 8,187 GOLD: $2,632 US/oz BITCOIN: $93,780 AUD With the materials sector hampered by falling iron prices yet again, Fortescue dropped by 1.5% to $18.97  & Rio Tinto slid by 2.2%, Mineral Resources tanked a whopping 6.4% and BHP fell 1.16% to $43.28 Brent Crude fell more than 4% overnight, now buying around $77 US a barrel, which saw Woodside and Santos both weaker. Elsewhere and Pilbara minerals lost 5% to $2.85 Whitehaven coal lost just under 3% to $7.01 Goodman Group and James Hardie both taking a tumble. REA Group, which closed up 2% to $216.50 with national listings in September at their highest since 2015. By association Domain Holdings also closed up 1.5% to $3.29 ZIP closed up 6% to $2.89 a fresh 52 week high maintaining its momentum in the buy now pay later space And Pro Medicus lifted 4% to $186.63.   CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 67.30 US cents AUD/GBP: 51.5 pence AUD/EUR: 61 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 99 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.10 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US rate cut decision sent Wall Street down, but Australia's market still continues to hit new records. MARKET WRAP: ASX200: up 0.61%, 8,191 AUD: 68.24 US cents GOLD: $2,607 US/oz BITCOIN: $90,898 AUD The miners were doing most of the heavy lifting up 2.3%, with BHP rising 2.6%, and Rio Tinto lifting 3.5% James Hardie was up 5.4% to $56.41 Sims shares up 12% to $12.40 after it released first quarter guidance. And the major banks rose – ANZ the standout, up 1.1%. ALS flagged a hit to its profit with shares down 8.6% to $13.67 Industrial stocks were down by 1.3%, with Transurban, down 1.9%, and Computershare falling 3.5%. While also shedding more than 1% was QBE, Resmed and Treasury Wines. CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 68.23 US cents AUD/GBP: 51.5 pence AUD/EUR: 61 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 97 Japanese yen AUD/NZD: 1.09 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before comedians ever get a Netflix special, they have to run the gauntlet. Night after night, they're putting themselves out there in front of judgmental crowds and trying to win them over.Sometimes they bomb, sometimes they face hecklers, and what may be even worse: silence. Kathy Griffin once bombed so badly at a show in Montreal she said, “The audience was talking so much that they didn't know my set ended.” Ouch.But even after bombing the worst, comedians

James and Mitch discuss:   - New Stadium for Brisbane back on again? - Starbucks new WFH CEO. - Sydney Metro opens, what it means for Sydney. - Land prices and new home sales data. - Big loss for Lend Lease… kind of… - James Hardie result and comparison with latest data on construction costs. - Best place to retire in Australia and why. - Suncorp results – last one as a bank after selling to ANZ   Get in touch jamesf@jlf.com.au | mitchells@jlf.com.au All views and opinions discussed are that of the hosts. They do not endorse reliability or accuracy of their information. Not for commercial use.   

      Simon Buckmasteris the Technical & Sales Services Manager for James Hardie UK, the world leader in the manufacture of high-performance fibre cement and fibregypsum building solutions. Simon has worked for James Hardie for over 10 years in a number of technical and operational roles, and is currently responsible for the UK Technical, Customer Support and office team. He's looking forward to being part of the Hardie® Plank Challenge to raise awareness around the Hardie® VL Plank range, in collaboration with a number of builders' merchants across the UK. The challenge runs until November this year when the ‘fastest fixer' will be announced. In his spare time Simon is a Governor for St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School and enjoys taking part in triathlons across the country. Show Highlights   Focus on reducing waste and improving efficiency in construction processes. Reducing waste in production and installation processes. Discussion on the impact of programs like LEED and BREEAM on the materials industry. Shift from cost-focused to sustainability-focused construction practices. Reach of James Hardie in Europe, covering multiple countries. Development of sustainable and long-lasting products  Focusing on fiber gypsum  Fiber cement cladding products. Development of new products and ensuring they meet regulations. Embrace new technologies and be bold and progressive. Importance of mentorship and continuous learning within the industry. Innovations in sustainable products “The main thing is just to embrace anything new. Don't get too wrapped up in the traditional side of it. We're really big in developing, redesigning and pushing the boundaries. We have a saying here which is to be bold and progressive. And I think that fits really well into the construction industry. The only way for somebody that's new in the industry to develop and grow would be to embrace the new things coming through the systems or new developments within the construction industry.” -Simon Buckmaster      Show Resource and Information Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!   If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on .  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the !   Copyright © 2024 GBES

James Hardie Industries PLC is a manufacturer of fiber cement building solutions, and a market in fiber gypsum and cement-bonded boards in Europe. The Company's fiber cement building materials include a range of products for both external and internal use across a range of applications. The Company's segments include North America Fiber Cement, Asia Pacific Fiber Cement, Europe Building Products and Research and Development. Why not join Stockopedia today and take advantage of this special EOFY offer of 15% - 25% off the first year of membership and see for yourself why Stockopedia is the essential tool for every serious DIY share investor.PLUS: Receive a complimentary hard cover copy of Value.able (normally $49.95) by best selling author Roger Montgomery PLUS MORE: Receive a free copy of The Strategy Map ebook by Edward Croft and Megan Boxall valued at $29.95 Shares for Beginners and Stockopedia proudly present "Weekend Watchlist". Each week we dissect a company using Stockopedia's Factor driven analysis process. Go to https://why.stockopedia.com/sfb/ for your free trial and special discount offer. Why not join Stockopedia today and take advantage of this special offer of 10% off the first year of membership and see for yourself why Stockopedia is the essential tool for every serious DIY share investor. 14-day free trial included, then a no-quibble 30-day money back guarantee. https://why.stockopedia.com/sfb/ Find out more about Stockopedia by going to my review: https://www.sharesforbeginners.com/stockopedia-aunz-reviewDisclosure: The links provided are affiliate links. I will be paid a commission if you use this link to make a purchase. You will receive a discount by using these links/coupon codes. I only recommend products and services that I use and trust myself or where I have interviewed and/or met the founders and have assured myself that they're offering something of value.Shares for Beginners is a production of Finpods Pty Ltd. The advice shared on Shares for Beginners is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Shares for Beginners exists purely for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Philip Muscatello and Finpods Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We got a rare bit of good economic news today hearing that Tiwai Point Aluminium Smelter is committed to staying here for at least another 20 years.   Normally, I don't have a lot for time for Tiwai. And that's largely because of how the owners have behaved in the past: threatening to leave, going cap in hand to the government, getting saved, then a few years later threatening to leave again... getting some assistance, then a few years later threatening to leave again.   So, I'm always tempted to be hard on them. But this time... I'm actually relieved that those three electricity companies - Meridian, Contact and Mercury - have come to the party to keep Tiwai point going. Simply because we can't afford to lose such a big manufacturer.  It's not a particularly sexy subject, so it doesn't get talked about nearly enough.   But we have lost a lot of manufacturers out this country... to the point that we should actually be quite worried about it. Marsden Point has been closed.  There have been threats that Glenbrook Steel Mill might close (if it can't get itself together). A 30-year-old Gisborne Wood Mill closed just before Christmas, a 40-year-old Kawerau Paper Mill closed too. James Hardie shut its NZ manufacturing. Fonterra closed a couple of Waikato plants last month.  Manufacturing has been contracting since March last year. Back in 1992 the goods producing part of our economy was 35%.  Now it's down to 20% - that's money lost.   Now, I don't know what kind of sweet deal those electricity companies offered Tiwai to make them sign on for twenty years, because that's a big commitment. And I don't know how much of Tiwai committing for that long is because the parent company Rio Tinto is trying very hard to rescue its corporate reputation by not being bullies and bad guys anymore.   But whatever the case is... It almost doesn't matter. I'm just pleased we've got them sticking around.   LISTEN ABOVE.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Hardie on the violinist-composer who mixed the sacred and profane in his fantastical music, a lost genius of the 17th century. Read by Sebastian Brown. Image: A print of Heinrich Biber. Credit: The Picture Art Collection / Alamy Stock Photo 

This week, we're digging into The B1M's latest video "The Plan to Save New York's Emptiest Building". This topic is all about one of the world's most photographed buildings that's hiding in plain sight... but have YOU heard of it? New York is transforming one of its most iconic but rarely-seen towers.This episode was sponsored by James Hardie. Learn more about their diverse range of products here: https://bit.ly/3w7gf7eLater in the episode, we cover:London's 54-storey new skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/C46Dz6tMk0l/?img_index=1Saudi Arabia's glass-bottomed hotel = https://www.instagram.com/p/C4yLvoPs_n-/?img_index=1We end the show with a topical email from Mike Cmar.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're digging into The B1M's latest longform video "Inside The World's Most Remote Infrastructure Project". Fred tells us about his first-hand experience of discovering the incredible infrastructure of the Faroe Islands. This episode is absolutely epic.This episode was sponsored by James Hardie. Learn more about their diverse range of products here: https://bit.ly/3w7gf7eLater in the episode, we cover:Revised plans for New York's Affirmation Tower = https://www.instagram.com/p/C48O6fesLcS/?img_index=1Hollywood's $1BN new Star = https://www.instagram.com/p/C4wBGKWsgUt/?img_index=1We end the show with a cheeky email from Joe Donnelly.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're hopping over the English channel and digging into The B1M's latest video "This $45BN Megaproject Will Forever Change Paris". In the construction & infrastructure world, the French capital has been incredibly busy of late - but even then, the Grand Paris Express is a once-in-a-century megaproject.This episode was sponsored by James Hardie. Learn more about their diverse range of products here: https://bit.ly/3w7gf7eLater in the episode, we cover:Shenzhen's latest skyscraper development = https://www.instagram.com/p/C4i4SAPMk50/?img_index=1Amsterdam's canyon inspired new district = https://www.instagram.com/p/C4fpY0lsSfA/?img_index=1We end the show with an infrastructure/construction-film-related email from Dean McVeigh.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to How Stories Happen, a show for business storytellers focused on standing out easier and resonating deeper through substance and stories, not hollow stunts. Each episode, an expert, entrepreneur, or world-class communicator breaks apart a single story piece by piece, sharing how they developed it and how they're using it to grow their brand and leave their legacy. Hosted by Jay AcunzoAs Ira Glass said, “Great stories happen to those who can tell them.” He doesn't mean worthy things only appear to those who are already masters of the craft. He means, this is in fact a craft. But if that's the case, shouldn't we learn storytelling by getting closer to the actual crafting? Enough theory and technique. This show puts on display the posture, process, and practice of incredible business storytellers.Storytellers don't experience extraordinary things. They know how to imbue meaning into things that are ordinary.How do stories happen? They don't. Life happens. Then you turn that INTO stories. I guess you could say great stories happen ON PURPOSE.I'm your host, Jay Acunzo. I'm an author, speaker, and podcaster, with more than 15 years of business storytelling experience. I've held marketing and editorial roles at Google, HubSpot, and ESPN. I've consulted Fortune 500 brands and hosted documentaries and podcasts for exciting startups, and I've traveled the world imploring builders of brands and communities to bridge the gap between what best practices claim you have to do and what your intuition is urging you to try.In all of that, I've spotted a problem with the way we learn story: it's an abstraction. It's external to us. We start seeking answers “out there,” when in reality, that's not how stories happen. You don't experience the extraordinary. You see meaning in the ordinary. EVERYTHING is inspiration in the hands of an effective storyteller. To understand that is truly the difference between “learning story” and actually being a storyteller.Join me in an original series where world-class storytellers break apart their signature stories and piece by piece, share how it was made, how they used it to support their cause, and how it might still get better. Because stories aren't snapshots of life. Stories are built with intention. This show puts that intentionality on display, from inception to development, marketing and selling to growing a following or changing the world – everywhere being a storyteller empowers you to lead.You'll walk away thinking more about the power of your words and less about the volume of your content.It has never been more urgent to become an effective storyteller, so you can stand out easier and resonate deeper than all the mediocrity flooding our world.Join us as we explore How Stories Happen.***SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:

This week, we're keeping it local and digging into The B1M's latest video "The Insane Engineering of London's $5BN Super Sewer". This topic has it all; Victorian sewer systems overflowing, construction in one of the world's busiest city's, and a famous river flowing through the middle - something big is taking shape under London.This episode was sponsored by James Hardie. Learn more about their diverse range of products here: https://bit.ly/3w7gf7eLater in the episode, we cover:A new (familiar looking..?) baseball stadium coming to Las Vegas = https://www.instagram.com/theb1m/p/C4L_rInsVgt/?img_index=1London's Waterloo station is set for an overhaul = https://www.instagram.com/theb1m/p/C4YWgkEM4Kp/?img_index=1We end the show with an interesting email from Christian Martin.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're digging into The B1M's latest video "Why Japan is Hollowing Out a Mountain". Japan is building something HUGE inside a mountain, and we ask why? This is the KAMIOKANDE saga - possibly one of our most fascinating (and scientific) pieces of discussion.This episode was sponsored by James Hardie. Learn more about their diverse range of products here: https://bit.ly/3w7gf7eLater in the episode, we cover:London's BT Tower conversion + INTERVIEW with Able Partners co-founder Ben Stuart = https://www.instagram.com/p/C3qIqX0M1ie/?img_index=1Spain's oldest football venue gets a red makeover = https://www.instagram.com/p/C3mzlxBsOY6/?img_index=1We end the show with a lovely Apple Podcasts review from Antonin Besse.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Hardie Industries' involvement in the asbestos industry significantly shaped its trajectory from the mid-20th century. By the 1930s, the company had begun producing asbestos-containing products, capitalizing on the material's fire-resistant and insulating properties. This move propelled James Hardie into a dominant position within the asbestos industry, with its products widely used in construction throughout Australia and globally. However, by the 1970s, concerns about asbestos-related health risks began to emerge, leading to a shift in public perception and regulatory scrutiny.Join Matthew and Holly as they work their way through the history of the company who has become synonymous with asbestos exposure, their deeds and missteps, court cases and extradition treaties.

James Hardie Industries' involvement in the asbestos industry significantly shaped its trajectory from the mid-20th century. By the 1930s, the company had begun producing asbestos-containing products, capitalizing on the material's fire-resistant and insulating properties. This move propelled James Hardie into a dominant position within the asbestos industry, with its products widely used in construction throughout Australia and globally. However, by the 1970s, concerns about asbestos-related health risks began to emerge, leading to a shift in public perception and regulatory scrutiny.Join Matthew and Holly as they work their way through the history of the company who has become synonymous with asbestos exposure, their deeds and missteps, court cases and extradition treaties.

James Hardie Industries' involvement in the asbestos industry significantly shaped its trajectory from the mid-20th century. By the 1930s, the company had begun producing asbestos-containing products, capitalizing on the material's fire-resistant and insulating properties. This move propelled James Hardie into a dominant position within the asbestos industry, with its products widely used in construction throughout Australia and globally. However, by the 1970s, concerns about asbestos-related health risks began to emerge, leading to a shift in public perception and regulatory scrutiny.Join Matthew and Holly as they work their way through the history of the company who has become synonymous with asbestos exposure, their deeds and missteps, court cases and extradition treaties.